Luther Betton
Bowie
Summary
To obtain a challenging position within the organization that will utilize my skills and training in the fiber technology field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fiber Splicer
MasTec
Ijamsville, MD
10.2023 - Current
- Spliced and terminated fiber optic cables to ensure optimal network performance.
- Conducted field tests to verify signal integrity and quality standards.
- Read prints and schematics to correctly splice fiber and place equipment. Sometimes correct prints and send to the design team when error is found.
- Take lead on fiber projects by directing crew on where and what to splice to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Led project planning sessions to coordinate installation schedules and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for fiber optic installation and maintenance.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper fiber splicing methods, contributing to overall team success.
Fiber Splicer
Verizon Communications
Capital Heights, MD
08.2016 - 09.2023
- Read engineer prints to construct fiber network
- Splice ribbon and loose tube fiber cable with fusion splicer Construct slice case
- Test and troubleshoot fiber connection with OTDR meter Practice fiber hygiene
- Operate splice truck and bucket truck
- Pull cases from manhole safely
- Hang aerial slice cases
Field Service Technician
Altice Communications
Freeport, NY
02.2013 - 08.2016
- Run coaxial cable, cat 5 and cat 3 cables throughout customer's home and business to provide video, internet and phones services.
- Review all requested services with the customer in order to ensure understanding and agreement along
- Stock and maintains vehicle and equipment in order to be prepared to handle all types of video, internet and VoIP installations.
- Determine acceptability of video and data services by reviewing television picture quality and PC and modem connections following work on cable services to provide the best possible service for the customer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Network Communication Management
DeVry University
New York, NY07-2016
Associate's Degree of Occupational Studies - Industrial Electronics Technology – Computer Technology Track
Technical Career Institute
New York, NY08.2012
Skills
- Network troubleshooting
- Fiber splicing expertise
- Problem-solving
- Leadership skills
- Prints and schematics reading
- Continuous learning attitude
Certification
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network +
- ETA Computer Service Technician
- ETA Certified Network Systems Technician
- ETA Certified Journeyman Wireless Network Technician
- ETA Certified Journeyman Electronic Security Network Technician
Timeline
Fiber Splicer
MasTec
10.2023 - Current
Fiber Splicer
Verizon Communications
08.2016 - 09.2023
Field Service Technician
Altice Communications
02.2013 - 08.2016
Associate's Degree of Occupational Studies - Industrial Electronics Technology – Computer Technology Track
Technical Career Institute
Bachelor of Science - Network Communication Management
DeVry University